Sparkle
What is Sparkle?
The Sparkle Project is a Rust-WASM SDK for Kaspa, designed to support seamless, cross-platform development. This SDK not only enhances accessibility for developers but also integrates ZK proofs, crucial for secure Layer 1 and Layer 2 interactions. Exciting steps forward for Kaspa’s adaptable and developer-friendly ecosystem!
$KAS SMART CONTRACTS: Summer 2025. The highly anticipated smart contracts framework, codenamed Sparkle, is set to launch on Kaspa by summer 2025. Spearheaded by developer @CryptoAspect, Sparkle leverages cutting-edge Zero Knowledge (ZK) technology. A prototype is already in the works, with full development kicking off on December 1st, 2024. The project is initially backed by @KsprBot with funding around $1M, with additional support anticipated from @Kaspa_KEF and @kasplex. To implement Sparkle, Kaspa must first complete the 'Crescendo' hard fork, which will upgrade the network from 1 block per second to a staggering 10 blocks per second, scheduled for Q1 2025. Another hard fork will follow, adding full ZK support later in the year. However, a temporary workaround means Sparkle can operate as soon as next summer, even before full ZK functionality is live. Source: @CryptoAspect on @BlockchainBants - Episode 24.
Listen to this interview. @CryptoAspect highlighted the ongoing focus on integrating ZK proofs across Layer 1 and Layer 2 as part of Kaspa's R&D efforts. The team is exploring a variety of ZK technologies, including Risk Zero, SP1, and Cairo, to keep Kaspa’s infrastructure adaptable and future-ready. By adopting a ZK technology-agnostic approach, Kaspa ensures flexibility as new advancements emerge.
The Future of Kaspa: Sparkle, ZK Tech, and Decentralized Smart Contracts
